Related Press Releases - Page 29
County Executive Chris Abele Announces SAVE Transit Plan
Without new revenue and some operational changes, the transit system in Milwaukee County is at risk.
Sep 29th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee County Board Confirms Hector Colon Director of DHHS
On a vote of 11-6, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors confirmed Hector Colon for an additional 18-month term.
Sep 22nd, 2016 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Enough! It’s Time to Tear Down the Estabrook Dam
For years, there has been a consensus among the Milwaukee community that the dam should be removed.
Sep 14th, 2016 by Milwaukee Works, Inc.
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Reappointment of DHHS Director Héctor Colón
Colón Reappointment Wins Endorsement of Mayor Barrett, Gov. Doyle, Wisconsin Center for Performance Excellence, broad coalition of community members
Sep 1st, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Removing the Estabrook Dam will not cost taxpayers 13 million dollars
Claim by homeowners organization that removing the dam would cost taxpayers millions is questionable at best.
Aug 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Applauds City of Wauwatosa Decision to Advance Bus Rapid Transit
“The City of Wauwatosa is always a great partner when it comes to economic development, public safety, and growing strong communities."
Jun 16th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Milwaukee Riverkeeper challenges Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources on Estabrook Dam repair
DNR's Environmental Impact Statement insufficient to evaluate impacts of repairing the Estabrook Dam
May 25th, 2016 by Milwaukee Riverkeeper
Supervisor Steve F. Taylor Re-Elected County Board 2nd Vice Chairman
“I also encourage County Executive Chris Abele, who attended today’s meeting, to work with the County Board to help solve this County’s problems locally instead of running to Madison to consolidate his power.”
Apr 18th, 2016 by Steve F. Taylor
O’Donnell Property Agreement with the Milwaukee Art Museum is a WIN/WIN.
In late 2015, not satisfied with the plan negotiated by the County Executive, the County Board chose to reimagine the O’Donnell plaza and garage proposal.
Mar 8th, 2016 by Patricia Jursik
Wisconsin Working Families Party Continues Political Revolution With New Endorsements
After propelling State Sen. Chris Larson to a surprise win against County Exec. Abele, Wisconsin WFP works to establish progressive voting bloc in Milwaukee
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
Supervisor Alexander Proposes Secret Ballot Vote for Chairman
Traditionally, the first vote of the board’s organizational meeting at the beginning of the new term is to elect leadership for the board.
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Chairman Lipscomb on Executive Abele’s Motion to Dismiss
On a technical issue of process, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Sosnay granted County Executive Abele’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit without prejudice.
Feb 29th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
